‘Beach grabbing erodes our birth rights,’ say Mauritians
Activists on the island of Mauritius are rising up against foreign property developers.
Li Ka-Shing: Asia’s second-richest person retires
Li Ka-Shing’s business interests range from ports and telecoms to retail including the UK’s Superdrug.
Wetherspoon profits up as restaurant trade hits tough times
Boss Tim Martin says his pub chain is “doing quite well” despite tougher times in the sector.
Currys PC World apologises for extra charges on laptops
Customers report being charged up to £40 more for laptops than the online advertised price.
Why are tourists flocking to Scotland?
For the sixth year running, Scotland’s visitor attractions have outperformed the rest of the UK.
Rotten ideas
As the fight against plastic pollution gains momentum, firms are tackling the issue in different ways.
Energy storage: the power of cold air
Highview Power uses liquefied cold air to create stored energy. The air is reheated to produce power.
A better way to care for dementia patients
Infrared technology and artificial intelligence offer a better way to take care of dementia patients. It can scan their vital signs 24 hours a day.
Global shoppers
Up to a million people are employed around the world as professional shoppers for clients in China.
‘Ambulance to the future’
Freezing the deceased in the hope of one day reviving them could become a mainstream service, advocates say.
